University of Georgia
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Posting Details Posting Number: S14088P Working Title: Associate Director of Development Department: Franklin-Deans Dev & Alumni About the University of Georgia : Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff; enrollment exceeds 41,000 students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. About the College/Unit/Department: Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia’s learning environment, advancing knowledge, research, and scholarship across 80-degree programs in 40+ units. College/Unit/Department website: https://franklin.uga.edu/office-development-and-alumni-relations Posting Type: External Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP Employment Type: Employee Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible Full/Part time: Full Time Work Schedule: Additional Schedule Information: M-F, 8am-5pm Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience Posting Date: 09/04/2025 Open until filled: Yes Closing Date: Proposed Starting Date: 10/06/2025 Location of Vacancy: Athens Area EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia values Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details and policy at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct and https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Freedom of Expression is supported as described in Board Policy 6.5. Position Information
Classification Title: Major Gifts Officer II FLSA: Exempt FTE: 1.00 Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience Preferred Qualifications: Position Summary: This position is based in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and will act as a major gift officer for the college. Its purpose is to raise major gifts to support the Franklin College and the University of Georgia. This position will focus on gifts of $50,000 or more and will maintain a robust portfolio of current and prospective donors. The role requires strong relationship-building and the ability to close philanthropic gifts. Work will be carried out in accordance with UGA Foundation policies and procedures. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Ability to write and speak with clarity and conviction. Outstanding people skills are central. Familiarity with Office and basic database usage. Physical Demands: Working at computer/desk for periods of time. Some minor lifting. Driving as needed to complete job tasks. Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access? No Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For details, see the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon background investigation including criminal background check, credential verification, and may include a pre-employment drug test where applicable. See the UGA Background Check website for details. Duties/Responsibilities
Develop and manage a portfolio of Franklin College major gift prospects. Conduct qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship visits in the state of Georgia and across the nation, with a target of 10-12 significant visits per month. Possibility of several overnight trips. Complete necessary preparation and follow-up for each visit. Document visits in the GAIL alumni/donor database with complete contact reports. Prepare timely, accurate, relevant, clear, concise, and compelling proposals to secure major ($50,000+) gifts in support of Franklin College priorities. Serve as the primary point of contact for the following areas of Franklin College: Lamar Dodd School of Art, Philosophy, Classics, English, Linguistics, Religion, Germanic and Slavic Studies, Comparative Literature and Romance Languages. Responsibilities include leading the strategic development vision for prospects in these areas, attending prospect strategy/staff meetings, representing these areas’ needs, liaising with the UGA Foundation Foundation Relations team, attending University Development staff meetings, and collaborating with faculty and staff across campus. % of time allocations are reflected as follows: 55% for portfolio development and visits; 15% for preparation/documentation; 15% for proposal development; 15% for cross-unit collaboration. Note: This description preserves the original content while removing non-allowed HTML tags, consolidating sections, and converting to a clean, accessible structure using only allowed tags.
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Posting Details Posting Number: S14088P Working Title: Associate Director of Development Department: Franklin-Deans Dev & Alumni About the University of Georgia : Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff; enrollment exceeds 41,000 students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. About the College/Unit/Department: Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia’s learning environment, advancing knowledge, research, and scholarship across 80-degree programs in 40+ units. College/Unit/Department website: https://franklin.uga.edu/office-development-and-alumni-relations Posting Type: External Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP Employment Type: Employee Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible Full/Part time: Full Time Work Schedule: Additional Schedule Information: M-F, 8am-5pm Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience Posting Date: 09/04/2025 Open until filled: Yes Closing Date: Proposed Starting Date: 10/06/2025 Location of Vacancy: Athens Area EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia values Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details and policy at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct and https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Freedom of Expression is supported as described in Board Policy 6.5. Position Information
Classification Title: Major Gifts Officer II FLSA: Exempt FTE: 1.00 Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience Preferred Qualifications: Position Summary: This position is based in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and will act as a major gift officer for the college. Its purpose is to raise major gifts to support the Franklin College and the University of Georgia. This position will focus on gifts of $50,000 or more and will maintain a robust portfolio of current and prospective donors. The role requires strong relationship-building and the ability to close philanthropic gifts. Work will be carried out in accordance with UGA Foundation policies and procedures. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Ability to write and speak with clarity and conviction. Outstanding people skills are central. Familiarity with Office and basic database usage. Physical Demands: Working at computer/desk for periods of time. Some minor lifting. Driving as needed to complete job tasks. Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access? No Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For details, see the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon background investigation including criminal background check, credential verification, and may include a pre-employment drug test where applicable. See the UGA Background Check website for details. Duties/Responsibilities
Develop and manage a portfolio of Franklin College major gift prospects. Conduct qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship visits in the state of Georgia and across the nation, with a target of 10-12 significant visits per month. Possibility of several overnight trips. Complete necessary preparation and follow-up for each visit. Document visits in the GAIL alumni/donor database with complete contact reports. Prepare timely, accurate, relevant, clear, concise, and compelling proposals to secure major ($50,000+) gifts in support of Franklin College priorities. Serve as the primary point of contact for the following areas of Franklin College: Lamar Dodd School of Art, Philosophy, Classics, English, Linguistics, Religion, Germanic and Slavic Studies, Comparative Literature and Romance Languages. Responsibilities include leading the strategic development vision for prospects in these areas, attending prospect strategy/staff meetings, representing these areas’ needs, liaising with the UGA Foundation Foundation Relations team, attending University Development staff meetings, and collaborating with faculty and staff across campus. % of time allocations are reflected as follows: 55% for portfolio development and visits; 15% for preparation/documentation; 15% for proposal development; 15% for cross-unit collaboration. Note: This description preserves the original content while removing non-allowed HTML tags, consolidating sections, and converting to a clean, accessible structure using only allowed tags.
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